Description
About the Role
Reporting to the Manager of Network Infrastructure, the successful candidate will manage complex network infrastructure and capital projects within LaGuardia Airport (LGA) while providing backup support for John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). This role involves overseeing landside and terminal projects, ensuring seamless communication between critical business applications, and supporting the integration of new infrastructure into existing airport operations.
Responsibilities
- Leading networking, airport redevelopment, and construction projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.
- Coordinating with engineering, operations, construction teams, external stakeholders, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
- Developing and managing project schedules, budgets, and work plans, addressing the complexities of aviation environments.
- Ensuring compliance with contract award plans, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
- Identifying and assessing potential project risks, developing mitigation strategies, and escalating critical issues when necessary.
- Facilitating regular project meetings, documenting action items, and tracking progress against objectives.
- Ensuring effective stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
- Managing project documentation to align with industry and organizational standards.
- Supporting the integration of network infrastructure and technology solutions to enhance airport operations.
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Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience leading complex capital and IT infrastructure projects.
- Understanding of networking design concepts, including LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and data center network environments.
- Experience in project risk management, cost-benefit analysis, and lifecycle cost assessments.
- Demonstrated experience using project management tools.
- Exceptional problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
- Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with experience presenting to executive management and stakeholders.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to commute to and between JFK and LaGuardia airport locations.
- Ability to work during non-business hours during emergency situations.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with infrastructure cabling.
- Experience with basic AC power specifications.
- Background in network infrastructure, communication and IT trouble shooting.
- Experience with Cisco manufactured routers and switches.
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
- Knowledge of Port Authority policies, procedures, and capital authorization processes, including Board and Contract Authorizations.
- Experience with alternative procurement strategies and regulatory compliance within aviation and construction environments.
- Familiarity with agile project management methodologies.
- Demonstrated ability to develop complex project strategies aligning with airport operations, maintenance, facilities, and asset management.
- Strong customer service orientation and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand environment.
Selection Process
The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and/or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.
Compensation & Benefits
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates should apply to this job by clicking on the "Apply Now" button and submitting a resume. The Port Authority of NY & NJ welcomes veteran and military spouse applications.
Only applicants under consideration will be contacted.
About The Port Authority:
Founded in 1921, the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey builds, operates, and maintains many of the most important transportation and trade infrastructure assets in the country. The agency's network of aviation, ground, rail, and seaport facilities is among the busiest in the country, supports more than 550,000 regional jobs, and generates more than twenty three billion in annual wages and eighty billion in annual economic activity. The Port Authority also owns and manages the 16-acre World Trade Center site, where the 1,776-foot-tall One World Trade Center is now the tallest skyscraper in the Western Hemisphere.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey/Port Authority Trans-Hudson (PATH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.